How many new jackets do you have coming (and how many potential ones)?

[KBlake]

I now understand why these are so prized.

 

[ton312]

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That's a great fit! Sleeve length looks good as does the chest width. It's a commitment with the short backs. For me, keeping a shorter shirt untucked helps.

 

[Will Zach]

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You don't need another jacket.

 

[AHP91]

I’ve bought this jacket. Ralphs Pugh? Not really sure.

 

[zebedee]

I want to get either a HB with nickel Universals or a Bermondsey SB in Mooreiche Blattwerk.

I want to, but I don't need to. I want to, though.

 

[hieu]

I’ve bought this jacket. Ralphs Pugh? Not really sure.

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Sick jacket. All Weather I believe. Pretty similar to this tagged one on neon leather garment but without the belt loops: http://neon-leather.shop-pro.jp/?pid=167469670

 

[tmitchell59]

I’ve bought this jacket. Ralphs Pugh? Not really sure.

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I was going to make an offer, but too much hassle. Nice jacket, late 40s by the zipper pull. Not a Pugh. As said above, probably All Weather brand.

 

[KBlake]

Got an Eastman California for a steal coming. I’ve always thought the collar seemed too small on these but I’ve wanted to handle one and took my opportunity. It might end up in the classifieds.

 

[Bfd70]

Arlo A2 from headwind. Seal with plum knits. I regret selling my Eastman.

 

[TheOldFashioned]

That Buyee rabbit hole runs deep:

Another 15% off coupon good through Friday (JST) for Mercari > Fashion > Men.

 

[cbez]

That Buyee rabbit hole runs deep:
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Another 15% off coupon good through Friday (JST) for Mercari > Fashion > Men.

Yen is creeping up in value so they're probably seeing less sales.

Fromjapan had 10% off all mercari, plus 5% off codes, plus they will try to negotiate another 10% off for you (sellers almost always accept in my experience).

 

[semolina_pilchard]

Couldn't resist the Aero sale, so I ordered a Moonshiner in Tumbled Cordovan HH.

 

[Mrfrown]

Working on a custom C2 project with Vanson. Trying out some stock models for sizing. This is a 40 with the rayon lining. About 23” chest which is a bit big on me, and .5” bigger than expected from their measurements. Sleeves definitely too long, will probably ask for 1-1.5” off the final make. Really dig the shortness of it.

Thinking I might be between sizes a bit here. Maybe the quilted lining 40 or rayon lining 38 would work better?

Any feedback welcome!

 

[jacketjunkie]

Working on a custom C2 project with Vanson. Trying out some stock models for sizing. This is a 40 with the rayon lining. About 23” chest which is a bit big on me, and .5” bigger than expected from their measurements. Sleeves definitely too long, will probably ask for 1-1.5” off the final make. Really dig the shortness of it.

Thinking I might be between sizes a bit here. Maybe the quilted lining 40 or rayon lining 38 would work better?

Any feedback welcome!

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Yeah, you are a 38. This 40 you can get away with but my personal experience with Vanson is, they grow bigger with break in, relaxing leather giving here and there, this jacket is one size too large, after break in, it will be 1.5 sizes too large.

edit: body from front does not look too bad, but the back looks huge. if you can lose 2“ at the bottom hem and still zip it up, I‘d size down.

 

[cbez]

Working on a custom C2 project with Vanson. Trying out some stock models for sizing. This is a 40 with the rayon lining. About 23” chest which is a bit big on me, and .5” bigger than expected from their measurements. Sleeves definitely too long, will probably ask for 1-1.5” off the final make. Really dig the shortness of it.

Thinking I might be between sizes a bit here. Maybe the quilted lining 40 or rayon lining 38 would work better?

Any feedback welcome!

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Wonder if they will eliminate ugly back seam if you beg.

 

[Canuck Panda]

Working on a custom C2 project with Vanson. Trying out some stock models for sizing. This is a 40 with the rayon lining. About 23” chest which is a bit big on me, and .5” bigger than expected from their measurements. Sleeves definitely too long, will probably ask for 1-1.5” off the final make. Really dig the shortness of it.

Thinking I might be between sizes a bit here. Maybe the quilted lining 40 or rayon lining 38 would work better?

Any feedback welcome!

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If you're going custom it might be worth while to take a look at their slim fit pattern, the C2RN, and modify that one by minus 1.5" body length and add removable belt and back gussets like the current C2. And maybe try to convince them to stock some horsehides again. I once had the opportunity to buy an old slim fit C in horsehide (late 90s to early 2000s fit) but the guy wanted crazy money and would have been a lot less to get a new one from Vanson but no horsehides, not from a couple years back, maybe things has changed now they're stocking new leathers they didn't a couple years back.

 

[Mrfrown]

Yeah, you are a 38. This 40 you can get away with but my personal experience with Vanson is, they grow bigger with break in, relaxing leather giving here and there, this jacket is one size too large, after break in, it will be 1.5 sizes too large.

edit: body from front does not look too bad, but the back looks huge. if you can lose 2“ at the bottom hem and still zip it up, I‘d size down.

I've only had used Vansons so far, but that makes sense about them relaxing. And totally agree about the back vs the front...

I re-measured and actually get 23.25" chest, whereas the stated 5" ease should give 22.5".

Wonder if they will eliminate ugly back seam if you beg.

In fact, I asked a few weeks ago and they are looking into it.

If you're going custom it might be worth while to take a look at their slim fit pattern, the C2RN, and modify that one by minus 1.5" body length and add removable belt and back gussets like the current C2. And maybe try to convince them to stock some horsehides again. I once had the opportunity to buy an old slim fit C in horsehide (late 90s to early 2000s fit) but the guy wanted crazy money and would have been a lot less to get a new one from Vanson but no horsehides, not from a couple years back, maybe things has changed now they're stocking new leathers they didn't a couple years back.

I understand where you're coming from. Much like Butterscotch making the decision to use it as their base. But I'd really prefer to use the C2 if I can make it work since all the features and shorter body length are already there

As for leathers, it would be cool if they carried those horsehides again. However, I'm working to get mine made as a prototype in Badalassi.

 

[Mrfrown]

Yeah, you are a 38. This 40 you can get away with but my personal experience with Vanson is, they grow bigger with break in, relaxing leather giving here and there, this jacket is one size too large, after break in, it will be 1.5 sizes too large.

edit: body from front does not look too bad, but the back looks huge. if you can lose 2“ at the bottom hem and still zip it up, I‘d size down.

Another shot showing how big the back looks

Feels like sizing down is the way to go. Even if the chest is on the trimmer side, when the big arms should be plenty of space. Fingers crossed!

 

[torfjord]

Working on a custom C2 project with Vanson. Trying out some stock models for sizing. This is a 40 with the rayon lining. About 23” chest which is a bit big on me, and .5” bigger than expected from their measurements. Sleeves definitely too long, will probably ask for 1-1.5” off the final make. Really dig the shortness of it.

Thinking I might be between sizes a bit here. Maybe the quilted lining 40 or rayon lining 38 would work better?

Any feedback welcome!

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I think a size 38 would suit you better, this looks too big in every dimension.

 

[Schumie]

Pulled the trigger on an Aero Premier Highwayman in black Badalassi last week and I am waiting for the JS03 from Tenjin Works in natural tan ‘kip oil’. In the meantime I try to stay away from this forum as much as I can, but not doing a great job..